Top Unique Restaurants in Kent
Ordinary venues don’t cut it when your celebration deserves a place with its own personality. That’s where Kent’s quirky restaurants come in, each with its own flavour and story. If you’re eyeing a playful brasserie in Tunbridge Wells or a private dining room in Deal, you can be sure that it will be an experience that is memorable. These restaurants don’t just serve food, they become stages for laughs, speeches, and bold toasts. With Tagvenue, you'll find that one-of-a-kind space that just feels right.
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from £40
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room
50 guestsBrowns Brasserie & Bar at BluewaterKentCConstance A.
“The space look just like the pictures. They were very flexible with taking the deposit.” -
from £40
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate dining room
46 guestsCôte Brasserie Tunbridge WellsKentSet in the heart of Royal Tunbridge Wells, just a short stroll from The Pantiles and the historic colonnade, Côte Tunbridge Wells offers a beautiful private dining space ideal for every occasion.
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from £25
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
200 guestsBIG EASY - BluewaterKentA restaurant and rum bar that pairs industrial materials and neon signage to create a lively, casual drinking-and-dining environment. Design: An industrial-rustic interior of weathered timber, corrugated metal and exposed
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from £250
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityThe Mallows Restaurant
60 guestsMercure Tunbridge WellsKentThis space can host up to 70 guests for an evening event, so it’s a comfortable size for a proper celebration without feeling too large. It works well for birthday parties, wedding anniversaries, and funeral receptions.
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from £25
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRestaurant Space
200 guestsBrowns Brasserie & Bar at BluewaterKentBrowns Brasserie & Bar at Bluewater Shopping Centre is a venue for lunches and different kinds of celebrations. It is on the lower level of The Plaza. There is an outdoor terrace for dining when the weather is good.
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from £60
per person / per dayCheck availabilityBradbourne House
100 guestsBradbourne HouseKentMMonika C.
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from £42
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityLibrary
20 guestsHoliday Inn MaidstoneKentThe Library is a Dining Room in Holiday Inn Maidstone distinguished by a library-style atmosphere that gives the space a formal, private-dining character.
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from £600
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBalfour Brut Rosé Room
22 guestsBalfour WineryMaidstone, KentThe Balfour Brut Rosé Room offers its guests an upscale environment for high-level conversations while celebrating special occasions. The space creates an atmosphere of elegance and comfort to support your most significant
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from £1200
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityThe Restaurant
30 guestsThe Stanhope ArmsKentWe offer quality beers, wines, and locally sourced food. The pub features a cosy restaurant space with a seasonal menu. A children's play area keeps kids entertained, while dog owners can bring their pets (except in the restaurant)
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from £1000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityUpper Level with Terrace
50 guestsThe Drapers ArmsCanterbury, KentThe space can accommodate for either sit down dinners or standing events with a number of menu options available, from 3 course meals to buffets and finger food.
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from £132
per person / per dayCheck availabilityThe Pavilion
60 guestsRowhill Grange Hotel & Utopia SpaKentThe Pavilion at Rowhill Grange Hotel & Utopia Spa offers a stylish and versatile venue set amidst the scenic beauty of Kent's countryside. This elegant space features modern amenities, including audiovisual equipment and
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from £18000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityOutside Space
100000 guestsKent Event CentreMaidstone, KentKent Event Centre has 200 acres of outdoor space and parking for 30,000 vehicles. The area is secure with a permanent perimeter fence, up to 6 public entrances, and electricity to send water throughout the site.
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FAQs about Top Unique Restaurants in Kent
Booking costs of quirky restaurants average £42 per person. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Kent, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £35 | to £45 | per person |
| From £600 | to £2500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £250 | to £650 | hire fee per event |
You'll find quirky restaurants in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Kent, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average £1200 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 70 and 150 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 160 guests | prices average £170 hire fee per hour |
Smaller quirky restaurants usually fit up to 50 guests seated. Here are some great options in Kent, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:
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Chartwell Suite at Dover Marina Hotel & Spa - function room for 20 guests
Venue said: The Chartwell Suite is a private room at Dover Marina Hotel & Spa, used for smaller meetings, interviews, boardroom discussions, private dining, and group gatherings. -
The Park Square Room at Mercure Tunbridge Wells - meeting room for 30 guests
Venue said: This room can host up to 40 guests for an evening event, so it’s well suited to smaller celebrations. It’s part of the original Dower House, which the hotel was built around, and you can feel that bit of history in the space. -
Dining Room at Duke of York - dining room for 30 guests
Venue said: A large window brings daylight into the dining area. Features: Wi-Fi supports connected hosting, and the room allows hosts to play their own music. Dining tables and chairs create a ready-made seated arrangement.
Cheap quirky restaurants in Kent start from £250 minimum spend per event or £400 hire fee per day. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
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The Mallows Restaurant at Mercure Tunbridge Wells, from £250 minimum spend per event (up to 60 guests seated)
Venue said: There’s room for a disco and dance floor if you’d like to turn it into more of a party later in the evening. It’s easy to set up the room to suit the tone of your event, whether that’s relaxed and low-key or a bit more lively. -
The Tasting Room at Mereworth Wines, from £400 hire fee per day (up to 35 guests seated)
Venue said: Capacities: Theatre - 35; U shape - 18; Boardroom - 12 Wall mounted TV and HDMI cable. Located just off the main winery the tasting room is usually host to our tours and tastings. -
Gatefield Hall at The Alexander Centre, from £40 hire fee per hour (up to 240 guests seated)
Venue said: It’s the largest hall for hire in the local area with a pretty adjacent walled garden so you can take the party outside too. We have a fully licensed bar and catering-sized kitchen linked to The Gatefield Hall if you’re adding...
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